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Spanish Writing: Brush Up the Basics

Subject area Languages→Spanish
This practical course has something for everyone. Brush up your Spanish writing by eliminating common errors and growing your command of basic language skills. Perfect the use of written accent marks, articles, gender, word order and tricky verb conjugations.
Upcoming Dates

July 1, 2026–Dec. 31, 2026

Self-paced

$244 

Spanish Writing: Brush Up the Past Tenses

Subject area Languages→Spanish
Take your command of Spanish to the next level with this practical course. Brush up on those tricky past tenses, object pronouns and the subjunctive while learning to compose a well-written narrative. A Spanish-writing expert will give you personalized feedback on five writing assignments.
Upcoming Dates

July 1, 2026–Dec. 31, 2026

Self-paced

$244 

Personalized Spanish Course

Subject area Languages→Spanish
Do you need Spanish training tailored to your schedule and your needs? Whether you need to increase your Spanish-language skills for work or everyday life, our Personalized Spanish Course offers you the flexibility and professionalism that you need to succeed.
Upcoming Dates

July 1, 2026–June 30, 2027

Self-paced

$2,499

Basics of French Pronunciation

Subject area Languages→French
Struggling with French pronunciation? Gain confidence speaking French with this short, flexible course that combines a clear understanding of the fundamentals of French pronunciation with practical exercises and personalized feedback from your instructor.
Upcoming Dates

July 1, 2026–Dec. 31, 2026

Self-paced

$214 

Spanish Book Club Intermediate

Subject area Languages→Spanish
Boost your confidence in Spanish with this short intermediate (A2/B1) book club that will deepen your understanding of the Spanish language and Spanish-speaking cultures. 
Upcoming Dates

Oct. 6, 2026–Nov. 3, 2026

Live online

$224

Spanish Book Club: High Intermediate

Subject area Languages→Spanish
Boost your confidence with this short high-intermediate (B1.2) book club while deepening your understanding of the Spanish past tenses. Practice narrating in the past, learn new expressions and expand your vocabulary as you discuss a novel with your instructor and other participants.
Upcoming Dates

Oct. 6, 2026–Nov. 17, 2026

Live online

$214

Spanish Book Club: Low Intermediate

Subject area Languages→Spanish
Boost your confidence in Spanish with this short low intermediate (A2.1) course that provides the perfect transition from Spanish 3 to Spanish 4. Review essential grammar, learn new expressions and expand your vocabulary as you discuss a short novel with your instructor and other participants.
Upcoming Dates

Oct. 7, 2026–Nov. 18, 2026

Live online

$224

Spanish 0

Subject area Languages→Spanish
This mini-course, developed by UW–Madison, sets you up for success in Spanish 1 with a slow introduction to the fundamentals of Spanish. Guided by an experienced instructor and proven strategies for adult language learners, you will feel success from day one.
Upcoming Dates

Oct. 14, 2026–Nov. 18, 2026

Live online

$164

Language Reading Knowledge Exam

Subject area Languages→Reading & Translation Courses
These translation exams test reading knowledge of French, German, Italian or Spanish and meet the requirements of UW–Madison graduate programs. Register at least one week prior to your chosen exam date. No refunds after registration. Honorlock will proctor these exams.
Upcoming Dates

Jan. 7, 2027

Self-paced

$65 Fee

Spanish for Reading and Translation: Comprehensive

Subject area Languages→Spanish
Gain the skills you need to translate Spanish texts from disciplines in the social sciences and humanities to English. This comprehensive course is more extensive than the basic course with additional instructor feedback, more advanced translations and a capstone project tailored to you.
Upcoming Dates
  • Not scheduled at this time. See page for program description.

Spanish for Reading and Translation: Basic

Subject area Languages→Spanish
Gain the basic skills you need to read and translate Spanish texts to English. Learn fundamental Spanish grammar and vocabulary while translating texts from disciplines in the social sciences and humanities. This course is excellent preparation for a Spanish graduate-level reading knowledge exam.
Upcoming Dates
  • Not scheduled at this time. See page for program description.

Spanish Book Club: Advanced

Subject area Languages→Spanish
In this advanced Spanish Book club, participants will read eight short stories by Latin American writers. These diverse narratives explore the unseen and often unspoken stuggles that shape the characters' lives, offering a profound reflection on human experience and society. 
Upcoming Dates
  • Not scheduled at this time. See page for program description.

Spanish 5

Subject area Languages→Spanish
This practical high-intermediate course (B1.1) designed for adult language learners will improve your ability to have sustained conversations about a wide range of topics. Learn the differences between the present subjunctive and indicative and improve your use of complex sentence structures.
Upcoming Dates
  • Not scheduled at this time. See page for program description.

Spanish 4

Subject area Languages→Spanish
This practical intermediate course for adult language learners explores the cultural richness of the Spanish-speaking world, while deepening your ability to discuss past events. Learn future and conditional tenses, command forms and relevant new vocabulary.
Upcoming Dates
  • Not scheduled at this time. See page for program description.

Spanish 3

Subject area Languages→Spanish
This practical low-intermediate course (A2.1), developed fully by UW-Madison for adult language learners, explores the cultural richness of the Spanish-speaking world, while growing your speaking and comprehension skills. Learn to discuss past events and express opinions with real-life Spanish.
Upcoming Dates
  • Not scheduled at this time. See page for program description.

Spanish 2

Subject area Languages→Spanish
This practical high beginner’s course (A1.2), developed fully by UW-Madison for adult language learners, explores the cultural richness of the Spanish-speaking world while improving your ability to converse about real-life topics. Focuses on the present tense with an introduction to the past tense.
Upcoming Dates
  • Not scheduled at this time. See page for program description.

Spanish 1

Subject area Languages→Spanish
This practical beginner's course (A1.1), developed fully by UW-Madison for adult language learners, explores the cultural richness of the Spanish-speaking world while helping you master the basics of Spanish. Learn to talk about life, family, work and travel with our award-winning approach.
Upcoming Dates
  • Not scheduled at this time. See page for program description.

Portuguese 2

Subject area Languages→Portuguese
This practical high beginner’s course (A1.2), designed by UW-Madison for adult language learners, explores the richness of Lusophone cultures while improving your ability to converse about real-life topics. Focuses on Brazilian Portuguese and introduces the past tense.
Upcoming Dates
  • Not scheduled at this time. See page for program description.

Portuguese 1

Subject area Languages→Portuguese
This practical beginner's course (A1.1), designed by UW–Madison for adult language learners, explores the cultural richness of the Lusophone world while helping you master the basics of Brazilian Portuguese. Learn to talk about life, family and travel with this popular course.
Upcoming Dates
  • Not scheduled at this time. See page for program description.

Italian for Reading and Translation

Subject area Languages→Italian
Gain the basic skills you need to read and translate Italian texts to English. Learn fundamental Italian grammar and vocabulary while translating texts from disciplines in the social sciences and humanities. This course is excellent preparation for an Italian graduate-level reading knowledge exam
Upcoming Dates
  • Not scheduled at this time. See page for program description.
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